A comprehensive exploration of our oceans, covering geography,
ecosystems, and animals through a mix of illustrations, photographs,
maps, and diagrams. Map out the oceans layers, from the sunlight zone to
the abyss, exploring the conditions within each zone and the different
creatures that live there, as well as exploring features of the ocean
floor such as underwater volcanoes, thermal vents, and the mid-Atlantic
ridge.
It also:
- Explores ocean currents and tides.
- Looks at the migrations of different ocean-dwelling creatures.
- Maps the sea bed, including information on how oceanographers gather
their data
- Explores sea temperatures and ocean chlorophyll and plankton, looking
at the impact these elements have on ecosystems.
- Looks at environmental issues such as pollution, acidification,
ice-cap melt and rising temperatures.